Five Oily Skin Myths

Oily skin sufferers have heard a number of common skincare misconceptions. You don’t need to moisturize or apply sunscreen and you should exfoliate on a daily basis.

Proactiv experts took the time to bust some of the myths typically associated with oily skin.

Myth 1: Wearing sunscreen every day is too heavy for an oily complexion

Truth: “To prevent sun damage or to help avoid a blemish outbreak, protecting your skin with a sunscreen should be part of your daily skincare routine,” the skincare experts wrote on India.com’s The Health Site. “If you have oily skin, try a lightweight formula underneath your makeup or find a foundation or tinted moisturizer with an SPF built in. You could also opt for an oil-free moisturizer with SPF, which will provide the hydration needed and also keep your skin from getting sticky.”

Myth 2: Strip away oil from the skin to prevent blemishes

Truth: “While there is no doubt that oily skin should be controlled to keep the complexion clear and shine-free, completely stripping the skin of all its natural oils can play even more havoc with blemishes and spots,” experts wrote on The Health Site. “This is because, the skin will overcompensate for the lost oil by producing more which will clog pores and lead to pimples. It is essential to have a good skincare regimen but not overdo things.”

Myth 3: Regular exfoliation ensures that my skin stays clear

Truth: “Exfoliating excessively can strip the skin of essential oils and spread bacteria,” experts told The Health Site. “Instead of a daily scrub, opt for a much gentler exfoliant to keep your skin in a good condition. Though scrubs help in removing the dead skin cells, they can be harmful if used every day.”

Myth 4: Don’t use moisturizer on oily skin

Truth: “Blemish-prone skin needs hydration too,” experts told The Health Site. “In fact, drying out oily skin sends a signal to your body to produce even more oil; a nightmare for those who already suffer with problem skin. Remember, cleansing, toning and moisturizing are the three essentials needed to keep any type of skin healthy.”

Myth 5: Oily skin ages more slowly then dry skin

Truth: “The fact is, every skin will age after a said time, even prematurely if not taken good care of,” experts told The Health Site. “The only reason people feel dry skin looks aged earlier is because you can see the lines more clearly since the skin is dry. In terms of oily skin, it will have those frown lines but because of the oil, they are less visible. Therefore, you will still need to take good care of it to prevent these signs of aging.”

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